WALKING TRAILS
Whether you’re perched high on a mountain summit or strolling along a whispering river, discovering historic huts and hidden mosaics or watching the sunrise from a clifftop lookout, the beauty of Bright & Surrounds is best discovered on foot. Our landscape is etched with an abundance of tranquil trails; let’s show you some of our favourites.
TOP 5 SHORT WALKS
- Canyon Walk, Bright
- Mosaic Trail, Myrtleford
- The Gorge Walk, Mount Beauty
- Tronoh Dredge Walk, Harrietville
- Room With A View, Dinner Plain
TOP 5 LONG HIKES
- Mount Bogong Summit, Alpine National Park
- Razorback to Feathertop, Alpine National Park
- The Big Walk, Mount Buffalo National Park
- Falls to Hotham, Alpine National Park
- Bon Accord Walking Track, Alpine National Park
NATIONAL PARKS
Alpine Wildflowers Walks
SHORT WALK SUGGESTIONS
DAY HIKES IN THE HIGH COUNTRY
YOUR SAFETY
Weather conditions can change rapidly in alpine areas. Snowfall and blizzards can be experienced at any time of year. In addition, mobile phone reception is often not available outside of towns. Before heading out in alpine areas, make sure you are fully self sufficient and someone knows your plans. Be prepared with:
- Wind and waterproof jackets
- Warm clothing: hat, gloves and strong footwear
- First aid kit for longer or more remote walks
- Enough food and water for your walk
- Compass and relevant topographical map
Make sure to check road conditions before driving in the mountains. Many roads and tracks are closed seasonally during the colder, wetter months for environmental and safety reasons.
LEAVE NO TRACE
Our region is sensitive to human presence. We are privileged to be home to a number of endangered species, including platypus, mountain pygmy possums and alpine dingoes, as well as other rare flora and fauna.
Your behaviour has a direct impact on nature. A simple hair elastic can kill or injure a platypus, and other animals may suffer ill health from food waste and rubbish. Clean-up days haul in mass amounts of litter from our bushland and waterways, and unattended camp fires have the ability to destroy our bushland and our homes.
When entering our beautiful natural environment, always remember, take out what you bring in and leave no trace.
HARRIETVILLE
BUSHWALKS & RIVER STROLLS
A bushwalker's haven where you can explore the upper branches of the Ovens River, or walk from The Ville to the peak of Mount Feathertop.
DINNER PLAIN
SNOW GUMS & WATERFALLS
Alpine wild flowers, historic huts and views as far as the eye can see. There are plenty of trails to discover on a visit to this little alpine village near the iconic Mount Hotham.
MYRTLEFORD
MOSAICS & GOLD HISTORY
The family will love the trails around Myrtleford, with its 'Big Tree', log kiln, hidden mosaics, gold mines, giant chess, snakes and ladders, lookout and riverside walk.
MOUNT BEAUTY
THE LAKE & THE GORGE
Whether it's a wade through a stunning gorge, walk along the Kiewa River Trail, or a stroll by The Pondage lake, there's a trail to suit every liking in Mount Beauty.
